The construction and projects team at Fieldfisher sits within the firms wider real estate litigation department and is chaired by ‘powerhouse’ lawyer Dan Preston. Preston continues to lead on delay and defects issues within the entertainment and media industry, while David Thorne advises cross-border joint ventures on subcontractor disputes, and leads on cost and delay issues on the HS2 project. Samantha Thompson specialises in TCC litigation, and regularly assists with commercial construction damages disputes. On the junior side, Sarah Shafiq assists with Building Safety Act related disputes, while Kelly Meijers handles LNG-related issues.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The team has an exceptional eye for the commercial realities of the construction industry and is innovative and creative with its advice.’

  • ‘Dan Preston is a powerhouse. Leads the team effortlessly and creates opportunities for growth within the team.'

  • 'Easily the most gelled team of any construction practice we use.'

Key clients

  • Morgan Sindall Group
  • VolkerWessels Group
  • Sir Robert McAlpine
  • Rocket Properties
  • Imperial College
  • HS2 Limited
  • Tissot Industry
  • M Group
  • Muse Places
  • Tilbury Douglas
  • Keltbray
  • ISG
  • McLaren Group
  • Qatari National Bank
  • Kennedy Wilson
  • Bell Group

Work highlights

  • Representing Sir Robert McAlpine on issues arising from the design and construction of multiple stages at Pinewood Studios.
  • Advising on general commercial and construction issues on the HS2 project.
  • Advising ISG on variations and delays arising on the redevelopment of Millennium Bridge House.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Dan Preston

Other key lawyers

David Thorne, Samantha Thompson, Sarah Shafiq, Kelly Meijers